Business Details
19 Years
experience
Chartered Architects in London Delivering Innovative Design Solutions
Established in 2007, DS Squared Architects is a RIBA Chartered Practice dedicated to delivering contemporary architectural solutions across residential, commercial, and healthcare sectors. Our team combines functionality with elegance, prioritising sustainability and design excellence in every project. With expertise in planning, construction support, and interior design, we work closely with clients to transform visions into reality. Our approach integrates feasibility studies, planning applications, and site observations, ensuring projects meet budgetary and aesthetic goals.Recognised for our client-centric ethos, we provide transparent cost breakdowns and practical advice, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and professionalism. Our work spans new builds, extensions, basements, and heritage projects, reflecting our commitment to enhancing spaces and lives.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Planning
Extensions
New Builds
Basements
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We are a RIBA Chartered Architectural Practice with industry-recognised standards.
- Our team has extensive experience across residential, commercial, and healthcare sectors.
- We prioritise client collaboration and transparent project cost breakdowns.
- We offer full architectural support from feasibility studies to site observations.
- Our designs integrate sustainability and functionality to maximise investment returns.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
What people say
Honest, prompt and professional service
Innovative designs
Highest level of service
Patient, honest and trustworthy
Professional, flexible and easy to work with
Services
Architecture
We create contemporary architectural solutions for residential, commercial, and healthcare projects. Our approach combines functionality with aesthetic appeal, ensuring compliance with planning regulations and sustainability standards. Clients benefit from end-to-end support, including feasibility studies, 3D visualisations, and site supervision.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on maximising space efficiency while maintaining visual harmony. We tailor layouts to client needs, integrating lighting, materials, and finishes for residential and commercial environments. The process includes detailed design drawings and coordination with contractors.
Planning Applications
We manage planning applications for new builds, extensions, and commercial developments. This includes preparing documentation, negotiating with local authorities, and addressing objections. Our expertise ensures compliance with regulations while achieving client objectives efficiently.
Extensions
We design and oversee residential extensions, including loft conversions, rear extensions, and garage conversions. Our solutions optimise space usage while respecting property character. Services cover initial sketches, planning approval, and construction management.
Basements
We specialise in basement design for residential and commercial properties, including excavation, waterproofing, and layout planning. Our approach ensures structural integrity and compliance with building regulations, creating functional subterranean spaces.
People
Dipesh Shah
Principal + Senior Architect
Dipesh founded DS Squared Architects in 2007, bringing over 20 years of experience in residential and commercial projects. He specialises in complex developments, including new builds and heritage restorations, with a focus on client collaboration.
Kate Logue
Architect
Kate has 12 years of experience across healthcare, conservation, and residential sectors. She joined DS Squared in 2012, offering expertise in planning permissions and sustainable design solutions tailored to client needs.
Questions
What services does DS Squared Architects offer?
We provide architectural design, interior design, planning applications, extensions, new builds, basements, and healthcare facility design.
Are you a RIBA Chartered Practice?
Yes, we are a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Chartered Practice, ensuring high professional standards.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across London and the UK, with offices in Edgware and Fulham.
How do you handle project budgets?
We offer transparent cost breakdowns and work within client budgets, providing value-optimisation advice throughout the process.
Can you assist with planning permissions?
Yes, we manage planning applications and negotiations with local authorities for residential and commercial projects.
What sets DS Squared apart from other architects?
Our client-centric approach, sustainability focus, and end-to-end project support ensure tailored, high-quality results.
